Architectural Retail Designer

Job Title: Retail Designer

Location: Cardiff

Salary: £35-42,000+ DOE

About the company:

An established multidisciplinary design consultancy is looking to appoint an experienced Retail Designer to join its Cardiff studio. Renowned for delivering high-quality architectural and retail design solutions across the UK, the practice works with a diverse portfolio of retail clients on new build, refurbishment, and rollout projects. This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative and forward-thinking team, taking ownership of multiple projects in a fast-paced environment while contributing to innovative design solutions from concept through to completion.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Hybrid working opportunities
• Career progression within a growing multidisciplinary consultancy
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Exposure to a varied portfolio of retail projects
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Opportunity to travel across the UK for project and site involvement

Daily Duties

• Produce high-quality technical retail designs using AutoCAD.
• Develop detailed drawing packages for new build, refurbishment, and rollout projects.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring deadlines and budgets are achieved.
• Act as the main point of contact for clients, providing clear and professional communication throughout the project lifecycle.
• Present design proposals to clients and project stakeholders.
• Carry out site surveys and attend project meetings across the UK.
• Coordinate with architects, consultants, contractors, and project managers to ensure successful project delivery.
• Monitor project progress, identifying risks and escalating issues where appropriate.
• Ensure all designs comply with current building regulations and industry standards.
• Contribute to continuous improvements in design processes and studio workflows.
• Maintain accurate project documentation and uphold client confidentiality.
• Support a collaborative studio culture and contribute to successful project delivery.

Ideal Candidate

• Degree qualified in Architecture, Architectural Technology, Interior Design, or a related discipline.
• Substantial years' post-qualification experience within a retail design or architectural environment.
• Highly proficient in AutoCAD with strong technical drawing experience.
• Experience delivering retail fit-out, refurbishment or rollout projects.
• Good understanding of construction methods, materials, and MEP coordination.
• Able to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and client briefs with confidence.
• Experience working with multidisciplinary design teams and external consultants.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and able to work independently.
• Competent in Microsoft Office.
• Excellent written and spoken English.
• Full UK driving licence with no penalty points.
• Willingness to travel across the UK to undertake site surveys and project visits.

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